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If you’ve decided to place an order on Alibaba, be sure to study the platform’s rating system. Although it’s considered one of the safest, checking the criteria is the key to getting quality and affordable products. Today, our buyers explain what to pay attention to in supplier profiles.

The platform 1688.com is best suited for wholesale orders, and we’ll prove it in this article! Many avoid the marketplace because of its Chinese interface and payment difficulties. But DiFFreight will help you get the most out of wholesale purchases from China on 1688.

China’s industry is a true phenomenon in global trade. It is a massive and complex ecosystem that includes literally millions of businesses — from huge corporations to small family-owned enterprises. Let’s take a closer look at the biggest players — the largest companies, factories, and manufacturing plants in China.

More and more entrepreneurs are turning their attention to China — the world’s largest “factory.” But after opening 1688 or Taobao, they quickly realize that doing business with Chinese suppliers isn’t that easy: language barriers, cultural differences, and a lottery with quality. This is where a buyer, or purchasing manager, comes in handy.

Building an Amazon business from scratch means long hours of analysis, studying commissions, finding products, and creating a store. But the challenges don’t end at launch. Running a business on Amazon is a continuous process that requires growth in several areas. Today, let’s focus not on how to start, but on how to make your business successful.

Customs payments are an integral part of the business process, and their amount directly affects the final price for the consumer. Almost all goods are subject to them upon import, and some — upon export. Let’s find out what types exist and why duties are necessary — a useful article for entrepreneurs who import or sell abroad.

The demand for workwear and personal protective equipment for workers never declines — and China has plenty to offer! The country offers a huge variety of gloves: from simple latex and textile types to specialized ones that protect against cuts, high temperatures, and chemical exposure.

Frequent power outages make many people wonder: is it possible to get electricity in another way? The answer is green energy — namely, solar modules. They have their advantages and disadvantages, but with the right model selection and installation, they provide autonomy, reduce electricity bills, and pay off on average within 3–6 years.

The 1688 marketplace has gained fame as the cheapest and most profitable for entrepreneurs. Today, we will look at ways to register on 1688. The site is in Chinese, so prepare a translator and follow the steps in our guide.

Have you heard about Taobao but never dared to try it? Good news — there are several ways for foreigners to create an account. We have prepared a detailed guide on how to register on Taobao and make your first purchase.

Sea transport accounts for about 80% of the total turnover of goods in global logistics. Sea freight is strictly regulated: from local regulations and standards to international conventions and agreements between countries. Let’s take a detailed look at the current rules and what has changed in 2025 in the main directions.

By clicking the "Place Order" button, your customer initiates the fulfillment process. Now your product must be packed, labeled, handed over to the delivery service, and soon reach the buyer’s hands. This is a separate area of logistics that trade giants have perfected. Take advantage of their experience and use fulfillment services.

Sanitary ware is a very profitable niche: demand for it does not fall seasonally, and the product remains steadily in demand year after year. Consumers are looking for budget options, mid-range, and premium segments. In short, sanitary ware from China wholesale can become a profitable business. Here is how the supply process works and what nuances you need to know.

Before our eyes, new residential complexes, office skyscrapers, and urban infrastructure are growing — and this requires enormous volumes of building materials. A wide range of products can be found in China, offering the market not only high quality but also competitive prices. In this article, we will look at what and how to order from China for developers or businesses that want to enter the construction niche.

A customs broker (declarant) is a specialist who handles the documentation of cargo for customs clearance. Specifically: checks the correctness and completeness of accompanying documents, submits the declaration, calculates duties, and acts as a regulator of customs clearance.

Do you want to repeat the success of a well-known Chinese goods chain? Great idea! But between launching your own business and earning a profit, there are many steps. If you already know which niche you will choose, what will become a hit, and have allocated the starting capital, DiFFreight will explain the intricacies of opening a physical and online store in Ukraine.

If you opened this article, you already know why Amazon is great and want to try your hand at the marketplace. But where to start selling on Amazon, how to become a seller, what to offer customers, and how to deliver the goods? There are many questions, and today DiFFreight experts will answer them.

In the business world, success is measured not by the number of sales, but by profitability, which directly depends on the margin. Without understanding what it is and how to calculate it, the business will not reach the desired payback. We will explain with real examples how to find that very “gold mine” — the most high-margin product.